AWARE Coral Reef Conservation Specialty

The AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation Specialty course teaches divers, snorkelers and nondivers about the vital role of coral reefs in the marine environment. The course also familiarizes participants with the current state of the world's coral reefs and how they can help.

There are no dives or age limits. Divers and nondivers alike enjoy learning about the aquatic environment.

• An introduction to the Project AWARE Foundation
• Covers the importance of coral reefs to marine ecosystems and coastal areas
• Coral reef biology, association and competition
• The status of the world's coral reefs
• How participants can help, including responsible diving and snorkeling practices
• Certification counts toward the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.

Have you ever asked yourself, "What was that?”

The PADI Project AWARE Fish Identification Specialty course provides you with the fish identification basics so that next time, you know the answer.

During two dives you gain hands-on experience in looking for and identifying the fascinating fish you see underwater. You can learn more about Project AWARE by going to www.projectaware.org.

• Must be a PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another organization)
• Covers Project AWARE and aquatic protection worldwide
• Characteristics of local fish families and species will be explained
• Fish survey techniques and strategies
• Fish identification dive planning, organization and procedures will be practiced
• Including the two open water training dives, the course lasts about 12 hours
• Certification counts toward the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.